When we think of hurricanes, we now think of Katrina and its devastating effects on the Gulf Coast in
Mississippi and Louisiana.

Though Katrina did not affect North Carolina, many hurricanes have passed through the state and caused similar damage.
Through the years, people here have lost their homes, their possessions, and their communities to wind, floods, and storm
surge. Hurricane Hugo (1989) is considered the most intense to hit this state, and Hazel (1954) is the deadliest, but
Hurricane Floyd is considered one of the most damaging hurricanes to hit North Carolina. But what caused the damage
may surprise you... Continue the story.